{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6560b822a0ec710012693832/686e6ec3fe0897380e1ede12?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 44: Re-evaluating Success: From corporate to creative to scaling back","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6560b822a0ec710012693832/1752067731492-141f8bf5-f3fe-418f-948b-a0cd69c547f9.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this conversation, Mok reflects on his journey from corporate consulting to founding the Innovation Beehive, a company focused on unlocking creative potential in organisations.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>He shares personal experiences of loss, the impact of COVID-19 on his business, and the decision to scale back rather than grow. Mok emphasizes the importance of reevaluating success, prioritizing health, and making intentional life choices.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>The discussion highlights the challenges of entrepreneurship, the need for self-examination, and the journey towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Mok tells Kirsty about his journey of overcoming personal and professional challenges, emphasizing the importance of self-care, financial management, and the power of saying no.&nbsp;</p><p>The dialogue highlights the significance of resilience, personal growth, and the value of building a supportive community.</p><p><br></p><ol><li>The Birth of Innovation Beehive</li><li>Navigating Personal Loss and Career Changes</li><li>Reevaluating Success and Life Choices</li><li>The Shift from Growth to Scaling Back</li><li>Intentional Steps to Scale Back</li><li>Transitioning from Team to Solopreneur</li><li>Facing Fear and Rebuilding Life</li><li>The Power of Saying No</li><li>Navigating Financial Responsibilities</li><li>Embracing New Ventures and Community</li></ol><p><br></p><p>I invite you to grab a cuppa, join me on the pink seat, and tune in your ears.</p><p>____</p><p><br></p><p>A Facilitator's Journey is the podcast that looks at how you run your business as a facilitator or trainer.</p><p><br></p><p>You started this work because you have a passion that you want to share with organisations. However, there is the small detail that you are now running a business and this requires a whole other set of skills and knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p>Join me, Kirsty Lewis, Founder of School of Facilitation, as I interview trainers and facilitators about how they manage their businesses. I will explore how people run their finances, price their work, scale up, scale down, decide to retire, market themselves, manage clients, and much much more.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Links:</strong></p><p>Visit Mok's website&nbsp;<a href=\"http://www.innovationbeehive.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p><p>Visit the School of Facilitation website&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.schooloffacilitation.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p><p>Connect with me on Instagram&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/schooloffacilitation/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p><p>Connect with me on Linkedin&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsty-schooloffacilitation\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p><p><a href=\"mailto:contact@schooloffacilitation.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">contact@schooloffacilitation.com</a></p>","author_name":"Kirsty Lewis"}